Description
This Asparagus & Gruyère ‘Spring Garden’ Tart is a delightful and easy-to-make recipe that celebrates the flavors of spring. The flaky crust, tender asparagus spears, and melted Gruyère cheese create a harmonious and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Unfold the puff pastry sheet and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to a 12-inch square.
- Transfer the puff pastry to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Arrange the asparagus pieces in a single layer on the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese evenly over the asparagus.
- Fold the pastry edges over the filling, creating a rustic, free-form tart.
- Brush the pastry edges with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the tart for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Great as an appetizer or light main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Asparagus Gruyere Spring Garden